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Floodgates closed amid high tide fears

Floodgates closed amid high tide fears

Floodgates in Kent have been closed ahead of a predicted higher than expected tide caused by changing winds.

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Covid-19 'hot site' opens with 150-patient capacity

Covid-19 'hot site' opens with 150-patient capacity

A new coronavirus 'hot site' aimed at treating and assessing patients exhibiting Covid-19 symptoms has opened its doors.

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Month-long festival scrapped amid virus uncertainty

Month-long festival scrapped amid virus uncertainty

An event that draws thousands of people to the seaside every year to see live music, car shows and competitions has been cancelled.

Parlour boss defends opening after backlash

Parlour boss defends opening after backlash

A seafront cafe owner criticised for remaining open over the weekend has launched a fierce defence of his business.

Family's heartache over coronavirus death of 'loving grandad'

Family's heartache over coronavirus death of 'loving grandad'

A family has paid tribute to a 68-year-old set to become a grandfather for the second time after he lost his life to Covid-19.

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Tennis club's move on hold

Tennis club's move on hold

The coronavirus crisis has delayed Herne Bay Tennis Club’s move to their new venue.

Club stalwart dies after contracting coronavirus

Club stalwart dies after contracting coronavirus

A football club has paid tribute to one of its stalwart members who has died after contracting coronavirus.

Ice cream parlour apologises for opening announcement

Ice cream parlour apologises for opening announcement

An ice cream parlour has apologised after it faced a backlash for announcing it would open this weekend during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Fitness fanatic running marathon in garden for NHS

Fitness fanatic running marathon in garden for NHS

A 49-year-old woman will complete a marathon by running laps of her back garden while wearing fancy dress in an attempt to raise funds for the NHS.

'I feel lucky to still be alive'

'I feel lucky to still be alive'

A pregnant mum-of-three believes she and her unborn baby are lucky to be alive following her three-week battle with coronavirus.

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Clubs call on FA to reconsider

Clubs call on FA to reconsider

One of Kent's Isthmian League sides have added their name to a letter calling for the Football Association to reverse their controversial decision.

First pictures as bears come out of 'self-isolation'

First pictures as bears come out of 'self-isolation'

While we continue to remain indoors, two brown bears have arisen from hibernation and ventured outdoors for the first time in four months.

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'I can go home and see my babies'

'I can go home and see my babies'

A pregnant mum who was desperately fighting for her unborn baby's life is to return home after successfully battling coronavirus.

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Arson-hit pub to be transformed

Arson-hit pub to be transformed

A derelict pub is set for a striking transformation after a bid to convert the building into homes was given the green light.

Gang cough in pensioner's face shouting 'corona, corona'

Gang cough in pensioner's face shouting 'corona, corona'

A 73-year-old woman was left scared and shaken after an intimidating group of men coughed at her - amid fears over the spread of Covid-19.

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Pregnant mum with coronavirus 'fighting for unborn baby'

Pregnant mum with coronavirus 'fighting for unborn baby'

A pregnant mum-of-three diagnosed with Covid-19 has shared a heartbreaking video from her hospital bed.

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Seaside plaza plans branded 'ludicrous' by pensioners

Seaside plaza plans branded 'ludicrous' by pensioners

Worried pensioners fear proposals to transform a seafront stretch into a pedestrian plaza would cause a "racket" outside their homes.

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Club launch competition to re-design badge

Club launch competition to re-design badge

An Isthmian League football club are inviting children to design a new badge for them

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Warning as burglars offering 'virus tests' target homes

Warning as burglars offering 'virus tests' target homes

A pair of suit-wearing cold-callers claiming to work for the NHS are attempting to break into properties.

Club urged to ditch 'provocative' adverts

Club urged to ditch 'provocative' adverts

Residents are calling for a nightclub to scrap adverts featuring scantily-clad women to promote its events.

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